As part of its youth engagement activities this fall, the BCA is inviting Blackburn youth aged nine to 17 to participate in its Wonderful Writers 2025 Short Story Competition. Youth who attend school or live in Blackburn Hamlet are invited to submit an original, unpublished
Published in The BANAR, September 2025 Don Kelly, BCA Director The summer months are a wonderful time to get outside and enjoy a bicycle ride along the many paths and roadways in Blackburn. Riding a bike allows you to remain active and has many health
Published in The BANAR June 2024 Mélanie Mathieu Art in the Park Saturday June 15, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Blackburn Community Hall (190 Glen Park Drive) and exterior terrace (weather permitting). Kids and Youth ages 5-18 are welcome to come by and create some
NOTICE Please be advised that the BCA Children Bike Rodeo that is scheduled for Saturday, May 24, has been cancelled due to weather conditions. The decision was made because conducting biking maneuvers in wet and 8 degree weather is unsafe for our young riders. It
Thank you to all the kids and youth who submitted their beautiful works of art to this contest. We received eighteen entries from kids ranging in age from 4 to 12. Judges deliberation very difficult! Congratulations to our winners, who each won a $20 cash
Kids ages 3 to 12 are invited to submit their entry for the BCA’s Spring coloring contest. All winners will receive a $20 cash prize! Have your child color the picture below and submit the image along with their name and age to youth@blackburnhamlet.ca. Winners